This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Harper Adams University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Foundation Year Programmes are a means of accessing degree study should you not meet the entry requirements for honours degree programmes. The Foundation Year degree in Veterinary Bioscience provides a preparatory year for students hoping to progress to veterinary bioscience, veterinary nursing or veterinary physiotherapy degrees. Candidates will be assessed at the end of their first year of study and progress to Year 1 of an Honours Degree (BSc Hons). A pass at 40% gives straight progression to the BSc (Hons) Veterinary Bioscience route that the student is on (transfer to another route can be requested but is at the course manager's discretion) A pass at at least 60% permits transfer to any BSc (Hons) route, provided any additional requirements (such as work experience) are met. Progression will be based on prior qualifications, preparatory year performance and for some routes a fitness to practice assessment. 5 years (full-time) including a one-year work placement. A four year programme is available for applicants with at least two years, full-time relevant work experience. Please contact Admissions for further information on this option. Please note this course DOES NOT provide a route through to studying Veterinary Medicine at the joint Harper & Keele Veterinary School. Please see course XD01 for this option.
Modules
https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/201163/bioveterinary-science
Assessment method
A wide range of assessment methods are used. Depending on the module these include examination, assignments, practical spot-tests and presentations.
How to apply
This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you’re eligible to apply.
EU
Wales
England
International
Scotland
Northern Ireland
Republic of Ireland
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- XD03
- Institution code:
- H12
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
The University is committed to bringing fresh talent to the industries we serve and has developed a range of initiatives to give everyone the best chance to access our undergraduate programmes. Known as 'Access to Harper' our contextualised offer scheme recognises difficulties that some applicants may face and provides those applicants with an offer lower than our standard requirements. Further details can be found at https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/apply/how-to-apply/access.cfm
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.harper-adams.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/201163/bioveterinary-science
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Interviews will take place either on campus or virtually taking into account any Covid-19 restrictions or government advice in place at the time.
Other
Progression criteria: To progress onto BSc (Hons) Veterinary Bioscience from this course, students will need to achieve at least 60% overall with no additional requirements. To progress onto BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing from this course, students will need to achieve at least 60% overall and have completed 4 weeks work experience in a Veterinary Practice. Students will also need to have completed a Fitness to Practice assessment prior to enrolment. To progress onto BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy from this course, students will need to achieve at least 60% overall. Students will also need to have completed at least 4 weeks relevant work experience and a Fitness to Practice assessment prior to starting the course. Please note this course DOES NOT provide a route through to studying Veterinary Medicine at the joint Harper & Keele Veterinary School. Please see course XD01 for this option
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16500 | Year 1 |
| International | £16500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
This 5 year course consists of 4 years on campus at a cost of £9250 per year with a placement in year 4 which costs £1850 (Fees for International students are £16500 per year with a placement in year 4 which costs £3,700)
Provider information
Harper Adams University
Newport
TF10 8NB